A fine 19th Century religious miniature portrait of Saint Peter holding the keys of Heaven, gazing up towards the sky. The artist has used the traditional 19th Century technique, utilized by miniature painters of this era, of minuscule brushstrokes built up to create tone and depth. The painting is unsigned and presented in a 20th Century ebonised frame with gilt detailing and brass hanger.
On vellum.The condition is typical for a picture of this age including some discolouration.
10.2 x 7cm (4" x 2.8")Framed Size: 16 x 12.2cm (6.3" x 4.8")
According to Catholic teaching, Jesus promised the keys to heaven to Saint Peter, empowering him to take binding actions. In the Gospel of Matthew 16:19. Jesus says to Peter, "I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on Earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on Earth shall be loosed in heaven." Saint Peter is often depicted in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox paintings and other artwork as holding a key or a set of keys.
| SKU | rh037 |
|---|---|
| Date | 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 10.2 x 7cm |
| Medium | Watercolour |
| Style | Classical |
| Subject | Portrait |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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